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Southern Institute of Technology

Welcome to SIT, where quality education meets affordability. Our renowned Zero Fees Scheme makes us one of New Zealand’s most sought-after institutions, enabling you to gain a world-class qualification without the burden of tuition fees*. With a comprehensive range of industry-focused programmes—from certificates to degrees and postgraduate studies—SIT is dedicated to helping you achieve your career goals.

 

Our campuses in Invercargill, Queenstown, Gore, Balclutha and Christchurch (including Music & Audio Institute of New Zealand - MAINZ) offer state-of-the-art facilities, flexible study options, and a supportive learning environment. Plus, with SIT’s online learning and Hyflex opportunities, you can study your way—whether part-time or full-time, from home, while working, or through a combination of these options.

 

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Study without the stress of a large student loan to repay. We offer ZERO tuition fee programmes for all levels of study!

News & Events


First class of level 4 unified hairdressing programme begins
The first class of the unified hairdressing level 4, The New Zealand Certificate in Hairdressing programme recently started at Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) with 15 budding hair stylists...
Indian High Commissioner visits SIT
On a recent trip to Invercargill, the High Commissioner of India to New Zealand, Ms Neeta Bhushan, visited the Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) and connected with management as well as...
Community partners with SIT for new scholarships
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) advises its international fees for 2026 have been released, and they highlight the institute’s close partnerships within the Southland community.
SIT Nurse educators recognised at excellence awards
Two nominated Nurse Educators from Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) School of Nursing (SoN) were recognised for their excellence in Nursing research and education at the Nursing Excellence...
Telford awards new scholarship for DipAg programme
Telford diploma student, Katelin (Kate) Perkins received a significant boost to her education last week when she became the first recipient of Telford’s new scholarship, the Telford Farm...
Papua New Guinean Commissioner visits SIT
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) hosted His Excellency, Mr Sakias Tameo, Papua New Guinea’s (PNG) High Commissioner to New Zealand, at their Christchurch campus last week to discuss...
SIT’s ties to local music success stories
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) School of Contemporary Music and Audio Production Programme Manager, Antonio Mercuri, has just embarked on a whirlwind two months touring the South after...
SIT makes inroads with Latin American connections
Southern Institute of Technology’s (SIT) presence at a recent networking event in Auckland could help increase the flow of Latin American students choosing to complete their postgraduate...